Bangladesh Cricket Board Stands Firm on T20 World Cup India Travel Amid Security Concerns

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) maintains its refusal to travel to India for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, citing security concerns amid strained India-Bangladesh relations. Despite ICC requests to reconsider, Bangladesh has asked for their matches to be relocated to Sri Lanka. Meanwhile, a Bangladesh umpire continues officiating in India during the India-New Zealand ODI series. BCB officials state the board will not face financial losses if Bangladesh withdraws, but players would lose match fees and bonuses.